Mega Millions is a lottery game played in 45 states (plus the District of Columbia and the U. S. Virgin Islands). The jackpot starts at $40 million and increases by a minimum of $5 million with each drawing.
The largest Mega Millions jackpot ever won was $1.537 billion and was shared between two lucky winners in October 2018.
The amount of money you can win in Mega Millions depends on the prize tier that you match. The overall odds of winning a Mega Millions prize are 1 in 24. Here is an overview of the Mega Millions prize structure:
– Match 5 numbers (Jackpot): The jackpot prize starts at $40 million and increases by a minimum of $5 million with every drawing.
– Match 5 numbers (No Jackpot): $1,000,000
– Match 4 numbers + the Mega Ball: $10,000
– Match 4 numbers: $500
– Match 3 numbers + the Mega Ball: $200
– Match 3 numbers: $10
– Match 2 numbers + the Mega Ball: $10
– Match 1 number + the Mega Ball: $4
– Match the Mega Ball only: $2
Players also have the option to add the Megaplier to their ticket. If selected, non-jackpot prizes can be multiplied by up to 5 times.
How many numbers do you need to win any money on Mega Millions?
In order to win any money on Mega Millions, you need to match at least 3 of the 5 white ball numbers, plus the Mega Ball number, in order for your ticket to have any cash value. Matching all 5 of the white ball numbers plus the Mega Ball will net you the jackpot.
You must purchase a ticket prior to the Mega Millions drawing in order to win any money.
Does 3 numbers on Mega Millions win anything?
Yes, if you match 3 numbers on Mega Millions you can win a prize. The prize you win depends on how many of the numbers you match, and the multiplier chosen in the draw (Megaplier or the Just the Jackpot option).
Match 3 numbers and you will win the lowest Mega Millions prize tier, starting at $10 (or $20 if you have selected the Megaplier). The lottery may also offer a second-tier prize, depending on the amount of numbers you can match.
This can range from $200-$50,000 depending on the Megaplier multiplier and the jurisdiction of the draw. Mega Millions also features 11 additional prize tiers, including the multimillion-dollar jackpot, which requires players to match all 5 main numbers and the Mega Ball for the win.
What do I win with 2 numbers on Mega Millions?
If you match two of the five numbers drawn in the Mega Millions draw, then you will win the Mega Millions secondary prize. This prize is a fixed amount of $2, which is paid out regardless of the size of the jackpot.
This secondary prize can be won by matching any two of the five main numbers drawn in the draw. However, it does not include the Mega Ball number.
The amount you win with two numbers on Mega Millions can vary depending on how many people have also matched the same two numbers. If there is only one other person who matched the two numbers then the two of you will split the secondary prize, which means you will each receive $1.
If there are multiple other people who have matched the same two numbers then the prize will be split equally between all of you, and the amount you receive may be less than $2.
What if you get the Mega Ball only?
If you get the Mega Ball only, you will not be eligible for the Mega Millions jackpot. However, you are still eligible to win the Mega Millions second-tier prize, which pays out up to $1 million. In addition, you may still be able to win other secondary prizes that you can even win without matching the Mega Ball.
The winning numbers for the Mega Millions are selected from two separate pools of numbers, five different numbers from a pool of 1-70 and one number (or Mega Ball) from a pool of 1-25. Matching 3, 4, or 5 of the main numbers will result in a different prize amount depending on the prize tiers.
In order to win the jackpot, you must match all 5 main numbers and the Mega Ball.
What numbers fall the most in Mega Millions?
The most common numbers drawn in Mega Millions are 23, 32, 16, 4, and 38. The following numbers appear most frequently on Mega Millions tickets: 10, 12, 3, 11, 47, 28, 45, 20, and 31. In addition to these numbers, 2, 8, 34, 48, and 49 are statistically the least likely numbers to be drawn in Mega Millions.
It is also worth noting that the number 25 has never been drawn in the history of Mega Millions. Ultimately, it is impossible to predict with certainty which numbers will be drawn, so remember to use any strategy or number combination that works best for you.
Do you win anything on the lottery with 2 numbers?
No, unfortunately you do not win anything on the lottery with just two numbers. In order to win a prize on a lottery, you need a full line (or multiple lines) of the correct numbers in the correct order.
However, depending on which lottery game you are playing, there may be prizes for matching two numbers or even just one number. For example, in the UK National Lottery game, you can win a prize for matching two numbers (called the ‘Lucky Dip’ prize) or even just one number (called the ‘Lucky Star’ prize).
It’s important to check the rules of the specific lottery game you are playing before you enter, so you know how many numbers you need to match in order to win.
Do you win if you get 2 numbers on Lotto?
No, in order to win a prize on the Lotto game you must match at least 3 numbers. Depending on the Lotto game itself and the type of bet you placed, you might win a lower division prize if you only match two numbers, however this will usually only payout a much smaller prize than the jackpot or major division prizes.
The number of matches required for a win changes from game to game, so be sure to check the details of the game you are playing before entering.
Do you win with just the Mega number?
No, you don’t win with just the Mega number. In order to win Mega Millions, you must match all five white balls plus the Mega ball. If you match just the Mega ball, you will win the Mega Millions game’s second prize.
The second prize is a set prize amount that changes depending on the size of the jackpot.
How much do you win with 3 numbers on Powerball?
If you match the three numbers in Powerball, you will win a fixed prize of $7. This is regardless of the Powerball number drawn, so if you match the first three numbers – but not the Powerball – you still win $7.
However, if you match the three numbers and the Powerball, you will win a much greater prize, which could range anywhere from $7 all the way up to the multi-million dollar jackpot, depending on how large the jackpot is currently.
What are the different payouts for Mega Millions?
The payouts for Mega Millions can vary depending on the drawing and the number of winners. Generally, there are nine ways to win in Mega Millions.
The Jackpot prize is the highest payout and is won by matching all five white balls and the Mega Ball. There are no guaranteed payouts, but the overall odds of winning a Mega Millions jackpot are approximately 1 in 302.5 million.
The second level prize is won by matching all five white balls. The non-jackpot prize value is determined by multiplying the number of tickets sold by the number of winners and dividing that total by the number of tickets bought for the drawing.
The third-level prize is won by matching four white balls and the Mega Ball. This prize pays $500 for each winner.
The fourth and fifth level prizes are won by matching four or three white balls and the Mega Ball, respectively. These prizes pay $10,000 and $200 for each winner.
The sixth and seventh level prizes are won by matching four or three white balls. These prizes pay out $500 and $10, respectively.
The eighth prize is won by matching two white balls and the Mega Ball. This prize pays out $10.
The ninth prize is won by matching one white ball and the Mega Ball. This prize pays out $4.
The total payouts are dependent upon the size of the jackpot and the number of winners. The jackpot and the second level prize can be shared by multiple winners if the numbers match for multiple tickets.
The other prizes are not shared and the total payouts are the same regardless of how many winners there are.
How much does Mega Millions pay for 4 numbers?
Mega Millions, a multi-state lottery, pays out different amounts for different prize levels. Prizes are based on the amount of numbers you match from the 1-70 white balls and 1-25 Mega Balls. Matching four numbers from the white balls will garner you a prize of $500.
However, it is important to note that the prize amount is determined by the number of winning tickets and the amount of the total prize pool. In some cases, more tickets could lead to the winner taking home less than the advertised $500.
Mega Millions also requires players to choose whether they would like to take their winnings as an annuity or a lump sum. If a player chooses to take the annuity option, their $500 prize will be broken down into 30 annual payments, with the final payment including any remaining balance.
What happens if you get all 5 numbers but not the Powerball?
If you get all 5 numbers but not the Powerball, you will still win a prize. The amount you win depends on which prize tier you are in. If you are in the lowest prize tier, you will win $4. If you match four of the winning numbers plus the Powerball, then you will win $50,000.
If you match five numbers without the Powerball, then you will win the second-tier prize of $1 million. The chances of winning the second-tier prize are one in 11,688,054, so it is a very unlikely occurrence.